brachliegend
lie fallow · fallow
The German word "brachliegend" is an adjective derived from the verb "brachliegen", composed of:
- "brach" — fallow, uncultivated
- "liegen" — to lie
Meaning: "Brachliegend" describes land or property that is lying fallow, unused, dormant, or idle.
Similar words:
- ungenutzt (unused)
- leerstehend (vacant, empty — mainly for buildings)
- ruhend (dormant)
Differences:
While "ungenutzt" and "leerstehend" emphasize the lack of use or occupancy, "brachliegend" specifically relates to fallow or uncultivated land or resources not actively exploited, carrying a nuance of potential productivity being currently inactive.
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Examples
Das Land ist brachliegend und wird nicht benutzt.adjective
The land is lying fallow and is not being used.
Viele brachliegende Flächen könnten für neue Gärten verwendet werden.adjective
Many fallow areas could be used for new gardens.
Aus den brachliegenden Grundstücken soll nächstes Jahr ein Park entstehen.word
A park is to be created next year from the fallow plots of land.
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